South Africa: TB Pamphlets to Be Distributed in Taverns

Posted to the web 25 July 2008 Gabi Khumalo Bloemfontein Informative posters and pamphlets are to be distributed in taverns in informal settlements in the Free State to increase the understanding of Tuberculosis (TB). This was one of the recommendations that were made at a TB workshop with tavern owners which was held recently at the Bram Fischer Building in Bloemfontein. The workshop was aimed at getting business owners to contribute towards the control of TB and highlight the effect which TB defaulters have on the general society including their immediate families, friends and other regular customers at taverns. Organised by the Free State Department of Health, the theme of the workshop was "Preventing the spread of TB at places of social gatherings". Motheo District Health Councillor, Valephi Rhani said most TB defaulters... [read full story]